Highland Valley Elder Services

Community Dining CentersThe dining centers serve hot, nutritious meals at over 18 locations, including the Bangs Community Center in Amherst. The Monday through Friday noon meal is available to elders 60 and over. Current Menu

Coordination of CareThis program provides pre-admission nursing facility screenings on behalf of MassHealth members or applicants, as well as screenings for Adult Day Health and Home Health Services.

Elder at Risk ProgramThis program provides short-term counseling, information, referral, and advocacy to elders in the community who are unable to care for themselves.Home Delivered Meals Get noon and evening meals, Monday through Friday, and frozen weekend meals to elders 60 and over who are unable to prepare nutritious meals and are unable to attend the community dining center. Modified diabetic meals are available. There is no financial eligibility requirement.

Information & Referral ServicesThese services provide comprehensive information on community resources and services to those 60 and over, their caregivers, and other interested individuals.

Money Management ProgramThis program provides assistance to low-income elders who have difficulty managing their monetary affairs. Elders receive this service in their homes by community volunteers who have had extensive training.

Ombudsman ServicesThese services provide a way for nursing and rest home residents, and their families, to voice their concerns and have their complaints addressed by trained people who visit nursing and rest home residents weekly. The program also provides information to consumers regarding placement and referral services.
Project Older WorkerThis project addresses the employment needs of individuals 55 years of age and older who meet financial eligibility guidelines. The program provides free training opportunities, skills assessment, job counseling, and job search services.

Protective ServicesThese services offer short-term counseling, intervention, legal assistance, information, and referral for elders who are abused or neglected in their homes

About Amherst

The Town of Amherst, located in the lovely Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts, is a diverse, inclusive community offering numerous educational and cultural opportunities.

Host to Amherst College, Hampshire College, and the University of Massachusetts at Amherst, the Town enjoys a tradition of open, professional, and high level of government services, quality education, support for open space and agriculture, and respect for its history.